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Mycelium Research psilocybin liquid culture

Greetings, fellow mycelium enthusiasts.

As you have arrived at my site, I imagine you know what mycelium is. Just in case, here are some interesting facts about Mycelium.

It is the “plant” that can fruit a “mushroom.” It’s technically a fungus, so it’s not exactly a plant or fruit, but that analogy paints the right picture.
It is the largest organism on the planet. Armillaria Ostoyae is found in the Blue Mountains of eastern Oregon, USA. This fungus is a type of honey mushroom and it covers an estimated 2,200 acres of land.
The active ingredients for medicinal, therapeutic, and gourmet mushrooms do not exist in their respective mycelium (root); only in the “fruiting body.”

So now that we are on the same page, how about looking into the research aspect of mycelium? The possibilities of researching mycelium are far outside the scope of this page, but, in short, fall into the following categories: Materials, Carbon Negative Degradation, and Medicines. Mycelium's potential is vast, and our understanding of it is still in its infancy. There are significant opportunities to uncover novel and meaningful applications for mycelium.

1. Materials

Packaging
Building
Leather

2. Compost

Oil
Plastics

3. Medicine

Tissue Engineering
Psychological

4. Why Legends Mycology?

Keeper of the colonies
Not spores
Science

Materials

Did you know that mycelium is currently being used as packaging? It replaces harmful polystyrene foam that takes centuries to decompose. Mycelium can break down in your garden as compost in weeks. Leading this packaging revolution is Ecovative Design[1], as evidenced by the mycelium packaging around the wine bottle.

Beyond packaging, mycelium proves its versatility in construction blocks, exemplified in the image to the right [2].

The solid structures are made from various mycelium blends. Each specific strain of mycelium has certain material properties that are desirable in specific applications. Some of these properties are strength, flexibility, resistance to fire, and soundproofing. Mycelium is currently evolving at a rapid rate, under the hands of human curiosity. That is why it’s important to do the research now with these new strains and unlock the untapped potential.

Additionally, mycelium can be cultivated into leathery fabric. Amadou, a spongy material derived from the Fomes fomentarius strain, is the same material adorning the hat worn by Paul Stamets, a renowned mycologist, as shown in the picture above. This mycelium can be obtained from Legends Mycology.

Composting

Mycelium possesses the remarkable ability to compost plastics and petroleum found in oil spills. Pestalotiopsis microspora, a fungus species, can break down and digest polyurethane [3]. Legends Mycology stocks this mycelium, contributing to research that is still in its infancy. Oyster Mushrooms, also available at Legends, have been proven effective in cleaning soil polluted by oil spills [4]. Imagine a world where we can reverse the effects of pollution!

Photo courtesy Livin/Paris Tsitos

All mycelium decomposes materials. They release enzymes which break down materials into simpler compounds. The mycelium absorbs these nutrients and then sop up those smaller compounds as food. Anything left behind becomes food for other living things.

Medicine

Mycelium is being explored in the realm of tissue engineering [5]. Yes, the same Oyster Mushroom varieties available at Legends have been documented adhering to human cells, aiding in the construction of scaffolds for human tissue repair.

Research has also indicated positive outcomes in the treatment of Cancer and Pulmonary Disease [6]. These medicinal benefits, understood by our ancestors for millennia, are now supported by scientific evidence. Yet, there's much more to explore in this field.

Overwhelming evidence supports the use of Psilocybin, an active ingredient, in treating depression, alcoholism, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) [7][8][9][10][11]. It's worth noting that Legends does not sell any substances containing Psilocybin, as it is a regulated substance.

Why Legends?

Amidst this extensive research, standardization is essential. At Legends, we are committed to establishing these standards in the variables, ensuring consistent research outcomes.

In the fungi realm, spores function similarly to seeds in the plant world. Genetic mutations, driving evolution in plants, also occur in mushrooms. A single mushroom can release millions of spores, each capable of forming a unique mycelium "colony." This biodiversity presents challenges in maintaining consistency. A specific strain of mushroom may not exhibit identical properties from one colony to another. Legends is dedicated to resolving this challenge. We are the “keepers of the colonies,” offering Liquid Culture Isolates from single colonies. This approach maintains the stability of mycelium variables, leading to more precise research outcomes.

Mushrooms are evolving under human influence at an unprecedented pace, marking a renaissance for mycelium. It is imperative to maintain the stability of these new strains before they undergo mutations or are lost forever. We are deeply committed to safeguarding what sustains us.

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